Some of Bali’s best attractions are its beaches. Common beaches can be crowded, so if you are looking for something off the beaten path, there are many hidden beaches to discover. Balian Beach in the north boasts black, volcanic sand that contrasts with the bright blue sea. Green Bowl Beach gets its name from the moss-covered rocks that line the beach at low tide. It can be reached by descending hundreds of steep steps, and even has a cave with a large population of bats. The white sands of Nyang Nyang Beach are worth the adventure of getting there, as this beach also offers a secret wild garden of flowers.

If you are traveling with your family to Bali, make sure you visit these locations!

Family Travel Highlights

Be pirates for a day at Pirates Bay Bali
Get wet at Waterbom Bali
Ride an elephant at Elephant Safari Park
Swim with the sharks
Relax at Banjar Hot Springs
Go snorkeling
Learn to surf at Rip Curl School of Surf
Enjoy a Bali Treetop Adventure Park

Snorkeling and Diving

Bali is part of the "coral triangle," making it a perfect spot to enjoy marine life. For those who aren't comfortable with scuba diving, snorkeling is an excellent way for beginners to experience underwater wildlife. In addition to seeing beautiful reef fish, manta rays, and sea turtles, these ultimate snorkeling spots offer views of shipwrecks and even an underwater temple. These areas of pristine blue seas allow for the perfect view while swimming with the animals.

As a mountainous island surrounded by vast blue seas, Bali offers many spots to enjoy a beautiful view. Many cliffside viewpoints overlook the sea, such as at Uluwatu Temple or Balangan Hill. These provide a bird’s eye view of gorgeous sunsets and rolling waves. Mountaintop temples such as Lempuyant Temple in eastern Bali overlook many other temples that line the path to the top. For a greener view, the rice terraces of Jatiluwih and Tegallalang offer stunning photo opportunities.